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Lesotho is a landlocked mountainous country and enclave that is entirely surrounded by South Africa. The name "Lesotho" translates roughly into "the land of the people who speak Sesotho". About 40% of the population live below the international poverty line of US$1.25 a day.
For tourists and travellers, the country offers superb mountain scenery with endless hiking trails and offers the chance to explore remote areas on Basotho ponies. The ‘lowland’ areas offer some craft shopping and dinosaur footsteps, while the highlands in the NE and C, feature towering peaks (over 3000m) and verdant valleys. A popular option is to venture to E Lesotho's remote Sehlabathebe National Park, or hang out in the pleasant capital Maseru, where a slow pace and friendly locals ensure a memorable visit. Getting around the country is reasonably easy. Ordinary hire cars provide an easy way to get around almost anywhere. Public transport is also quite well serviced. Hiking or pony trekking from village to village are probably the best and most popular ways of exploring this interesting nation. |
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